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IK Multimedia iRig Pre HD Audio Interface with Mic Pre

BH #IKIRIGPREHD • MFR #IP-IRIG-PREHD-IN
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IK Multimedia iRig Pre HD Audio Interface with Mic Pre
Key Features
  • For iOS, Android, Mac, PC
  • Studio-Quality Class-A Microphone Preamp
  • 24-Bit / 96 kHz
  • Adjustable Input Gain
The IK Multimedia iRig Pre HD is a digital, high-definition microphone interface with an integrated Class-A microphone preamplifier well suited for musicians, podcasters, journalists, videographers, and vloggers. Designed for iOS, Mac, PC, and Android devices, the iRig Pre HD connects between your device and your favorite microphone, offering 24-bit / 96 kHz resolution and an integrated headphone amplifier with a switchable pre-/post-device monitor setting, which allows you to monitor with zero latency and hear the processed signal from your device. There's even +48V phantom power to enable your prized, studio-condenser microphone. The IK Multimedia iRig Pre HD ships with a lightning cable, a USB cable, two AA batteries (for phantom power), a hook-and-loop strip, and a variety of professional software from IK Multimedia.
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IK Multimedia iRig Pre HD Overview

The IK Multimedia iRig Pre HD is a digital, high-definition microphone interface with an integrated Class-A microphone preamplifier well suited for musicians, podcasters, journalists, videographers, and vloggers. Designed for iOS, Mac, PC, and Android devices, the iRig Pre HD connects between your device and your favorite microphone, offering 24-bit / 96 kHz resolution and an integrated headphone amplifier with a switchable pre-/post-device monitor setting, which allows you to monitor with zero latency and hear the processed signal from your device. There's even +48V phantom power to enable your prized, studio-condenser microphone. The IK Multimedia iRig Pre HD ships with a lightning cable, a USB cable, two AA batteries (for phantom power), a hook-and-loop strip, and a variety of professional software from IK Multimedia.

General Features
  • MFi microphone interface certified by Apple Made for iPhone and iPad
  • Compatible with Mac and PC
  • Direct monitor switch for real-time monitoring or for playback
  • +48V phantom power (with 2 x AA batteries)
  • Class-A mic preamp with onboard gain control
  • Onboard headphone output (works with the latest iPhone)
  • High-definition 24-bit converters with up to 96 kHz sampling frequency
  • Multi-color LED for easy gain settings
  • Includes IK’s professional software and apps
  • Ultralight and compact
  • Sleek and elegant design
  • Comes with USB and Lightning cables, 2 x AA batteries and a hook-and-loop mounting strip
Included Software and Content
iPhone/iPad

  • Mic Pack for VocaLive for iPhone/iPad: Unlock all the microphone models included in the Mic Room section of VocaLive
  • Pro Bundle for iRig Recorder for iPhone/iPad: Add professional effect such as Normalize, Three Band EQ, Compressor, and Stereo Imager to iRig Recorder
  • Mic Room: Upgrade from FREE version to FULL version. Includes Real time microphone modeling app with 9 mic models
  • Microphones for Mic Room iOS: Velo 8 and Vintage Dynamic 20

Mac/PC

  • Mic Room: Microphone Modeling Module for T-RackS

IK Multimedia iRig Pre HD Specs

Key Specs
Channels of I/O
1 Input
Maximum Sampling Rate
96 kHz / 24-Bit
Number of Microphone Inputs
1
Analog Audio I/O
1x XLR 3-Pin Balanced Mic Input
Digital Audio I/O
No
Host Connection
1x Micro-USB
OS Compatibility
macOS 10.6 or Later
Windows 10 or Later
Power Requirements
Battery, USB Bus Power
Channels of I/O
1 Input
Built-In DSP
No
Maximum Sampling Rate
96 kHz / 24-Bit
Number of Microphone Inputs
1
Built-In Microphone
No
Input Level Adjustment
1x Fader
Signal Processing
Pad
No
Gain/Trim Range
Mic Inputs:
40 dB
Connectivity
Analog Audio I/O
1x XLR 3-Pin Balanced Mic Input
Phantom Power
48 V, Selectable On/Off
Digital Audio I/O
No
Host Connection
1x Micro-USB
Host Connection Protocol
Not Specified by Manufacturer
USB (Non-Host)
No
Sync I/O
No
Network I/O
No
MIDI I/O
No
Expansion Slots
No
Wireless
No
Performance
Frequency Response
20 Hz to 20 kHz ±1.5 dB
Maximum Input Level
1.4 V p-p
Headphone Output Power
100 mW into 50 Ohms
Impedance
XLR Mic :
2 Kilohms
Digital Audio
Sample Rates
Up to 96 kHz (Digital Output)
Sample Rate Conversion
No
Bit Depths
Up to 24-Bit
Clocking
Internal:
Audio Storage & Playback
Media/Memory Card Slot
No
Compatibility
OS Compatibility
Computer: macOS 10.6 or Later / Windows 10 or Later
Mobile: iOS Only
OS Compatibility
macOS 10.6 or Later
Windows 10 or Later
Mobile App Compatible
Yes: iOS Only
Mobile Device Compatibility
iPhone
iPad
Power
Power Requirements
Battery, USB Bus Power
Battery Type
2x AA
Physical
Dimensions
4.3 x 1.6 x 1.3" / 10.92 x 4.06 x 3.3 cm
Weight
2.6 oz / 74.0 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.675 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
7.2 x 6.4 x 2.15"

IK Multimedia iRig Pre HD Reviews

Seamless Interface and Excellent Results!

By Mark
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2024-06-25

The IK Multimedia iRig Pre HD Audio Interface with Pre Mic allowed me to connect my Sennheiser bluetooth lavalier mic to my iPhone, with perfect audio results – no noise or other issues. I highly recommend it!

Works fine

By Danny
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-01-22

This product works fine, it has a good quality as an interface. It just activate when you plug to the phone or the computer. It is ok for VoiceOver when I am traveling.

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I just got the iRig Pre HD. It says it will work with Android phones. I want this product to help my students in a course, but I don't have an Android phone myself. I know the lightening cable goes with the iPhone (etc.) but is the cable included that goes into an Android-based phone? I only see 2: lightening and USB.
Asked by: Mathew
You'd need an adaptor for the USB cable to connect this to an Android device, depending on if the device is using USB C or USB OTG. Both have been tested to work.
Answered by: Ryan_IK IK Multimedia Expert
Date published: 2018-08-27

Will this work to send audio to an iPhone 12 via ...

Will this work to send audio to an iPhone 12 via an XLR output from a Shure wireless mic?
Asked by: Stuart
Yes, it will. You will need the audio adapter for your phone. Since Apple removed the 3.5mm port on there devices.
Answered by: Jimbo
Date published: 2022-05-15

question

What does the color on the side indicate. volume?
Asked by: Jessica S.
Green means goodOrange means betterRed means distortedI run the gain around 8-9 using boom mic and studio VO micHope this helps
Answered by: Charles j.
Date published: 2018-08-27

Can you monitor while recording?

Can you monitor while recording?
Asked by: benjamin
You can monitor from this device while recording. If using an app with a monitor return, then the audio will be processed and returned out the headphone output. If using an app without an audio return, then the Direct Monitoring feature of this device will allow you to hear the audio input, before being sent to the app.
Answered by: Daniel
Date published: 2021-02-18

Does this preamp work with the video shooting ...

Does this preamp work with the video shooting apps (3rd party or standard, such as those on Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra)? If so, does the sound in video become 24bit / 96KHz or it's downsampled to something less when recording?
Asked by: Alexander
The IK Multimedia iRig Pre HD Audio Interface with Mic Pre is capable of passing audio at a 96 kHz / 24-bit sampling rate, however because it is not a recorder itself, the sampling rate of the audio file would depend on the capabilities of the application used to record. The iRig Pre HD has general compatibility with Android OS, but specific compatibility with third party applications is dependent on the specific application's ability to be used with external microphones.
Answered by: Matt Z
Date published: 2022-08-23

Does this come with the cabling to go out to an ...

Does this come with the cabling to go out to an iPad? Lightning to Lightning?
Asked by: j isaac
Yes, the iRig Pre HD comes with two cables -- a Lightning to micro-USB cable and a USB to micro-USB cable. The host connector on the iRig is micro-USB. If your iPad uses a Lightning connector, then the Lightning to micro-USB cable is the one to use. If your iPad uses a USB-C connector, use the USB to micro-USB cable together with a Pearstone USB 3.0 Type-C to USB Type-A Adapter (B&H # PEUSB33CA06) or similar USB-C adapter.
Answered by: Lisa S
Date published: 2021-05-23

our church switched from an analog mixing board ...

our church switched from an analog mixing board to a digital signal processing unit... can i take the sound out of that unit and go into this irig and then to an ipad/?? in other words is this digital or analog?
Asked by: gary
This is a digital audio interface any signal which should work with your sound board as long as you have a Mono XLR output. I would suggest the iRig Stream for this kind of use. Use the RCA out on your board directly to your iOS, Mac/PC, or Android for video streaming or recording. https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1523177-REG/ik_multimedia_ip_irig_stream_in_irig_stream.html
Answered by: IK Product Specialist
Date published: 2020-03-31

Does it’s gonna work with audio connect Mac and ...

Does it’s gonna work with audio connect Mac and Switcher Studio app on iPad ?
Asked by: Brenda
Yes, the iRig Pre HD works with Mac and iOS. Unfortunately. we do not have any information on the Switcher Studio app. It looks like they suggest the original iRig Pre. Check with their team to see if they allow digital audio on iOS. If so, this should work great. https://support.switcherstudio.com/en/articles/3066145-using-an-audio-mixer-soundboard-with-switcher
Answered by: IK Product Specialist
Date published: 2020-04-03
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